Rishlal Unnikrishnan

Cinematographer and Camera Department – Malayalam Film Industry

About Me

About Rishlal Unnikrishnan – Cinematographer & Filmmaker

I’m a filmmaker and aspiring cinematographer based in Kerala, working in the Malayalam film industry with experience in the camera and electrical departments across feature films including Rekha, Kathanaar – The Wild Sorcerer, Pallichathambi, and Nalla Nilavulla Rathri.

My work focuses on cinematography, lighting design, and visual storytelling—exploring how light, composition, and camera movement shape emotion and narrative on screen. Through practical experience on film sets, I’ve developed a strong understanding of on-set workflows, lighting techniques, and shot execution.

As a cinematography-focused filmmaker in Kerala, I’m continuously learning and refining my craft, aiming to create cinematic visuals that are immersive, natural, and emotionally driven.

Latest Projects

Upcoming

Kathanar - The Wild Sorcerer

Kathanar – The Wild Sorcerer is an upcoming Malayalam-language period fantasy thriller directed by Rojin Thomas, based on the legendary life of Kadamattathu Kathanar, a 9th-century priest believed to possess mystical powers.
The film blends folklore, magic, and history, featuring Jayasurya in the lead role alongside an ensemble cast including Anushka Shetty.

Upcoming

Ananthan Kaadu

Ananthan Kaadu is an upcoming Tamil–Malayalam bilingual political thriller directed by Jiyen Krishnakumar and written by Murali Gopy.
Set against an intense, drama-driven backdrop, the film stars Arya alongside Regina Cassandra and Nikhila Vimal, with music by B. Ajaneesh Loknath.

2026

Pallichattambi

Pallichattambi is an upcoming Malayalam-language period action film directed by Dijo Jose Antony and written by S. Suresh Babu.
The film stars Tovino Thomas in the lead, supported by an ensemble cast including Kayadu Lohar, Vijayaraghavan, and Siddique, with music composed by Jakes Bejoy.

More Projects

Exploring stories across different films and productions

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Super Zindagi

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Jerry

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Nalla Nilavulla Rathri

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Janaki Jaane

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Rekha

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Tours

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1992

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1997

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2000

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2003

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2011

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Upcoming Show

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2021

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